January 15, 2020

In 1900 during alterations and repairs at Haili Church (211 Haili Street, Hilo), the old motto "Ua La'a No Iehova" (Dedicated to God) was gilded in gold leaf above the choir by the wish of the blind Deacon Kawaha, and at his own expense.

"That all may see that the place is dedicated to the Lord, even if my old eyes cannot look upon the words, but my heart is established thereon, and that the young generation may reverence the name of Iehova."

This message inspired a generation of Hawaiians in their Christian faith until the large pipe organ covered the wall in 1929. The sign awaited its resurrection for public viewing for 90 years.

In 2019 the pipe organ underwent a massive upgrade and renovation. Part of the back wall and the entire sign was removed to preserve it during this renovation. A local artist, Miles Sumida, framed it in curly koa and re-hung it at the rear of the auditorium.

Last Christmas Eve during the Candlelight Service, Brian Welsh and the Deacons revealed the sign in all its authentic glory. A formal dedication with Hawaiian oli and anointing was held Sunday, December 29, 2019 during the end of the year Unity Service. Haili Church members encourage the community to come worship and be inspired by this historic sign during regular Sunday services!

January 8, 2020

On December 15, 2019, the Kids Klub children of Lihu'e Christian Church led their congregation in ushering in a new church-wide mission, Going and Growing Green in the Holy Spirit. Each person in worship that morning was gifted with a reusable set of eating utensils to reduce the use of single-use plastic ware in circulation. Read more about how the children are leading the way in this new initiative.

January 8, 2020

Ka Hana O Ke Akua Church on O'ahu held a Blue Christmas Service at Poka‘i Bay Beach Park on December 21, 2019. Read more about the service and view photos from that day.